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SkyWest Flight Drops 4,000 Feet, FAA Launches Investigation

9/1/2025

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On August 28, 2025, a SkyWest flight from Aspen to Houston encountered severe turbulence, dropping over 4,000 feet in less than a minute.
Two passengers sustained non-life-threatening injuries after colliding with the ceiling.
The aircraft diverted to Austin for emergency evaluation of all 43 passengers and crew.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated an investigation into the incident.

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Story summary

On August 28, 2025, a SkyWest flight from Aspen to Houston encountered severe turbulence, dropping over 4,000 feet in less than a minute.
Two passengers sustained non-life-threatening injuries after colliding with the ceiling.
The aircraft diverted to Austin for emergency evaluation of all 43 passengers and crew.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated an investigation into the incident.